Ozzy Osbourne – Bark at the Moon (1983) Original UK Epic LP A2/B2

Ozzy Osbourne – Bark at the Moon (1983) Original UK Epic LP A2/B2

Original 1983 UK Epic Records Pressing – A2/B2 Matrices – MASTERDISK Mastering – Original Printed Lyric Inner Sleeve

An excellent original UK vinyl pressing of Bark at the Moon, the classic 1983 studio album by legendary heavy metal vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, released on Epic Records (EPC 25739).

Featuring the unmistakable guitar work of Jake E. Lee, Bark at the Moon marked a new chapter in Ozzy's solo career following the tragic death of guitarist Randy Rhoads. The album combines powerful heavy metal riffs, melodic songwriting and Ozzy's distinctive vocals.

Highlights include the iconic title track Bark at the Moon, alongside Rock 'n' Roll Rebel, Centre of Eternity and Waiting for Darkness.

This copy features the original UK blue-and-yellow sleeve design, grey-and-yellow Epic labels, A2/B2 matrix configuration and MASTERDISK mastering stamp. It also retains its original printed lyric inner sleeve.

Pressing Details

Artist: Ozzy Osbourne

Album: Bark at the Moon

Record Label: Epic Records

Catalogue Number: EPC 25739

Release Year: 1983

Country: United Kingdom

Format: 12-inch Vinyl LP, Stereo

Genre: Heavy Metal / Hard Rock

Labels: Grey-and-yellow Epic

Sleeve: Original UK blue-and-yellow lettering design

Inner Sleeve: Original printed lyric inner included

Matrix / Runout Identification

Side A: A2 – MASTERDISK – additional C marking

Side B: B2 – MASTERDISK – additional C marking

These markings identify the A2/B2 matrix configuration of this UK Epic pressing.

The MASTERDISK stamp indicates mastering associated with the well-known New York mastering facility.

This copy is described as an original 1983 UK pressing; no unverified claim is made that it represents the very first manufacturing batch.

Track Listing

Side A

Rock 'n' Roll Rebel

Bark at the Moon

You're No Different

Now You See It (Now You Don't)

Side B

Forever

So Tired

Waiting for Darkness

Spiders

This is the eight-track UK edition of the album.

Record Condition

Vinyl: Very Good Plus (VG+)

The vinyl is in excellent visual condition and has been conservatively graded Very Good Plus using Goldmine grading principles.

Original Outer Sleeve: Very Good (VG)

The original picture sleeve shows signs of age-related handling and storage, consistent with its VG grading. Please examine the photographs carefully for the precise condition.

Original Printed Lyric Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

The original printed inner sleeve is present and graded VG+, an important feature for collectors seeking a complete period copy.

Cleaning, Grading & Dispatch

Visually graded using Goldmine grading principles.

The record has not been play-tested.

All photographs show the actual record, sleeve and inner sleeve offered for sale.

Vinyl will be professionally cleaned before dispatch.

The record will be placed in a protective inner sleeve for shipping where appropriate.

Carefully packed in a purpose-made vinyl record mailer with protective packaging materials.

A Classic of 1980s Heavy Metal

Released in 1983, Bark at the Moon remains one of Ozzy Osbourne's most recognisable solo albums, introducing Jake E. Lee's guitar work to a new era of Ozzy's music.

Its combination of classic heavy metal, memorable melodies and unmistakable artwork has made original vinyl editions popular among rock and metal collectors.

This original UK Epic pressing, featuring A2/B2 matrices, MASTERDISK mastering and its original printed lyric inner sleeve, offers an appealing opportunity to own a period copy of this landmark album.

An excellent addition to any Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath or classic heavy metal vinyl collection.

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